Postdoctoral Researcher: Population ecology of Endangered Perdido Key beach mice A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida (Gainesville, FL). The researcher will be at the lead of a large-scale demographic study on Peromyscus polionotus, and will be working closely with a large (4-8 person) field team and faculty including James Austin and Madan Oli, and will be coordinating research with Drs. Branch and Miller, whom are heading up behavioral studies in the same beach mouse system. This position is unique in that it will be a great opportunity to further develop research leadership and organizational skills, interact with multiple stakeholders (various government interests, general public, media), and to have the opportunity to be intimately involved in a large scale research program on an endangered taxon. The position is being funded by the Florida Department of Transportation, at the request of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, to research the processes driving demographic and neutral genetic patterns of Perdido Key beach mice. Data to be collected and analyzed will include detailed demographic and life history data and the effects of human–altered habitats on patterns of dispersal and gene flow at fine geographic scales. Qualifications: A PhD with a focus on demographic/population ecology is preferred. Additional strengths in one or all of the following would be advantageous: Capture-mark-recapture population modeling, individual-based genetic pedigree analysis, and a demonstrated aptitude for picking up relatively complex modeling approaches (e.g. coalescent simulations). The candidate should have experience leading field data collection efforts (organizational, planning, implementation of demographic field studies), demonstrated organizational skills, particularly of large data sets, field crews, and most of all, enjoy field work and warm sandy beaches! Demonstration of effective leadership, reliability, good inter-personal skills and demonstrated scholarship will be expected during the application and interview process. The study site is located at Perdido Key, a barrier island located at the western extent of the Florida panhandle. A significant portion of time will be spent at the field site, overseeing data collection and managing field crews. The main location will be in Gainesville, at the University of Florida. The position is for a minimum of one year, with the opportunity for extension based on performance. Annual salary is budgeted at $47,380 plus fringe benefits. We will be seeking candidates that are available early in 2014 (i.e. as early as February). Interested parties should send a cover letter, C.V., and three references, including one from their PhD advisor (and their contact information). The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Dr. James Austin Dept. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611 352-846-0646 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
